English · Food & Drink
sizzle
/ˈsɪzəl/
[/ˈsɪzəl/]
make a hissing sound when frying
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Definition
To make a hissing sound, like food cooking in hot oil or fat. It can also be a noun for this sound.
Example
The bacon began to sizzle in the pan.
The bacon began to sizzle in the pan.
Etymology
Of imitative origin, echoing the hissing sound.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for food cooking in hot fat and, figuratively, for excitement.